CVE-2020-6988
First published: Mon Mar 16 2020(Updated: )
Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1400 Controllers Series B v21.001 and prior, Series A, all versions, MicroLogix 1100 Controller, all versions, RSLogix 500 Software v12.001 and prior, A remote, unauthenticated attacker can send a request from the RSLogix 500 software to the victim’s MicroLogix controller. The controller will then respond to the client with used password values to authenticate the user on the client-side. This method of authentication may allow an attacker to bypass authentication altogether, disclose sensitive information, or leak credentials.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1400 A Firmware | ||
| Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1400 B Firmware | <=21.001 | |
| Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1400 | ||
| Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 Firmware | ||
| Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 | ||
| Rockwellautomation Rslogix 500 | <=12.001 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-6988.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6988?
The severity of CVE-2020-6988 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
What is the affected software of CVE-2020-6988?
The affected software of CVE-2020-6988 includes Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1400 Controllers Series B v21.001 and prior, Series A, all versions, MicroLogix 1100 Controller, all versions, and RSLogix 500 Software v12.001 and prior.
Is Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1400 A Firmware vulnerable to CVE-2020-6988?
Yes, Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1400 A Firmware is vulnerable to CVE-2020-6988.
How can I fix CVE-2020-6988?
To fix CVE-2020-6988, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches and updates provided by Rockwell Automation.
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- canonical/rockwellautomation micrologix 1400 a firmware
- canonical/rockwellautomation micrologix 1400 b firmware
- version/rockwellautomation micrologix 1400 b firmware/21.001
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- canonical/rockwellautomation micrologix 1100 firmware
- canonical/rockwellautomation micrologix 1100
- canonical/rockwellautomation rslogix 500
- version/rockwellautomation rslogix 500/12.001